Muncie Gras 2011 is March 19 in the Streets of Downtown Muncie

Let the good times roll! Muncie Gras 2011 is set for Saturday, March 19, 2011 from 7pm to 2am in the Streets of Downtown Muncie!

Come on out and have a ball, there will be lots of activities, and tons of live entertainment indoors and out to keep you in the party mood throughout the evening.

Get started on your costumes NOW! Costumed revelers can compete two ways this year: first for the best Mardi Gras costume, mask or headpiece and a second contest for the most eco-friendly costume! This one will be judged on most stylish use for recycled materials.

Muncie Downtown Development Partnership is hosting a pre-event Mardi Gras Ball on Saturday, March 5, from 7pm to 1am at Cornerstone Center for the Arts, as an exclusive "Pre Muncie Gras" Celebration.

Entertainment will be provided by Indianapolis New Orleans Style Jazz band "NapTown Strutters" and bedazzled beauties throughout the evening. Samplings of some of your favorite Cajun food will be available (while it lasts), featuring Gumbo, Jambalaya and King Cake generously provided by Concannon's bakery. A full cash bar will be provided.

Masks are required and costumes are highly recommended. A limited number of tickets will be sold to this exclusive event. To purchase your ticket, please contact Cheryl at Downtown Development Partnership (765) 282-7897 or via email: chercrowder (at) gmail.com.

Check this website www.munciedowntown.us/munciegras often, or follow us on facebook for Muncie Gras updates, pre-sale ticket locations and MITS Trolley route.

Vendors who would like to be a part of this year's event should contact Cheryl Crowder at chercrowder [at] gmail.com or by phone at (765) 282-7897